Hey jet-setters! It’s Olivia here, your go-to globetrotter! Having racked up countless air miles and frequented numerous airports, I’ve got the inside scoop on the VIP lounges at New Delhi’s Airport (DEL). Let’s dive in and elevate your airport experience.
VIP Lounges at a Glance:
Air India Maharaja Lounge: Nestled in Terminal 3’s mezzanine, it’s open 24/7. Offers Wi-Fi, refreshments, TV, snacks, showers, and reading materials. Max stay: 2 hours. Get in with a Flying Returns Golden Edge or Maharaja Club membership, or if you’re traveling first or business class with Air India and Star Alliance airlines. Star Alliance Gold members, and those willing to pay at the door, can also get a taste of luxury here.
American Express Lounge: Strategically placed next to gates 27/28 in Terminal 3, and always open! This is where gourmet food and drinks meet Wi-Fi, workstations, and TV. Access is exclusive for American Express Platinum or Centurion cardholders.
Emirates Lounge: Located in Terminal 3’s boarding area. Currently closed. Once open, expect drinks, magazines, Wi-Fi, snacks, and TV. Entrance is for Emirates’ first and business class flyers, and Skywards Gold or Platinum members. ✈️
Encalm Lounge: Find your calm 24/7 on Terminal 1’s level 2. Here, enjoy air conditioning, reading material, TV, light bites, drinks, and Wi-Fi. A 2-hour relaxation window awaits. Enter with a Priority Pass membership, an online reservation, or pay at the entrance. ☕
Plaza Premium Lounge: Spread across multiple spots near gate 25 of Terminal 2, and gates 1, 6, F/G, and levels 3 & 4 of Terminal 3. Open around the clock. Amenities include computers, AC, newspapers, magazines, Wi-Fi, TV, snacks, drinks, fax, showers, and conference facilities. Access granted to Priority Pass, DragonPass, Diners Club members, or via online booking/payment at the door. ️
Airport Amenities: From currency exchange houses, ATMs, mobile services, internet kiosks to free Wi-Fi, DEL has got you! For meetings, the nearby Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi is equipped for your business needs.
Food Scene: Hungry? Multiple options, many open 24/7, especially in Terminal 3’s boarding area. Restaurants, bars, cafés, and fast food joints are at your disposal.
Shopping: Duty-free goodies await in Terminal 3’s international arrivals and boarding areas. Also, indulge in bookstores, alcohol, accessories, sweets, electronics, crafts, cosmetics, perfumes, fashion, jewelry, flowers, and souvenirs.
Baggage: Carts are all over the terminals. Porter services in Terminal 3’s arrival and boarding areas. Protective sealing for bags available at Terminal 3’s check-in area. Luggage storage in Terminal 3’s connecting building. Lost something? Contact the lost and found office in Terminal 2.
Additional Services: Drinking fountains, kids’ entertainment zones, smoking areas, prayer rooms, pharmacies, clinics, baby care facilities, spas, showers, travel agencies, flight simulators, and pet services.
| Lounge | Location | Features | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air India Maharaja | Terminal 3, Mezzanine | Wi-Fi, TV, Snacks, Showers | Flying Returns, Star Alliance, Pay |
| American Express | Terminal 3, Gates 27/28 | Gourmet Food, Wi-Fi, Workstations, TV | Amex Platinum/Centurion |
| Emirates | Terminal 3, Boarding Area | Drinks, Magazines, Wi-Fi, TV | Emirates Class, Skywards Members |
| Encalm | Terminal 1, Level 2 | AC, TV, Snacks, Wi-Fi | Priority Pass, Online Booking, Pay |
| Plaza Premium | Terminal 2 & 3 (Multiple) | Computers, AC, Wi-Fi, TV, Showers | Priority Pass, DragonPass, Diners Club, Online Booking, Pay |
Here you will see a tour and all the amenities and services provided by the VIP Lounge Airport New Delhi
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